DSEK

Partial-Thickness Corneal Transplant

A full corneal transplant is not necessary for every patient who is experiencing corneal problems. At South Texas Eye Consultants, our experienced doctors offer DSEK (Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty), which is a partial-thickness corneal transplant, for patients who have only partial damage to their cornea.

During DSEK, the inner layer of the damaged cornea (the endothelium) is removed and replaced with healthy donor tissue.

Benefits of DSEK Over Full Corneal Transplant

Thinner amounts of tissue are removed

Corneal incision is smaller

Fewer sutures are required

Recovery time is quicker; normal activities may be resumed within one week for some patients

Structural integrity of the eye is maintained

Reduced risk of post-surgery astigmatism

Full DSEK recovery may take up to six months as your vision continues to improve and sutures are removed.

Potential DSEK Complications

Infection

Rejection of the donor cornea

Glaucoma

Cataracts

Swelling

To learn more about DSEK in Corpus Christi, TX and find out if this is an option for you, contact us today to schedule an eye exam.